How to Make Perfect Coffee with a French Press

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around making the perfect cup of coffee using a French Press, exploring various techniques, equipment, and personal experiences. Participants share their preferences for coffee strength and flavor, as well as equipment recommendations.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express dissatisfaction with their current coffee-making methods and seek advice on using a French Press effectively.
  • One participant describes their boss's elaborate coffee-making setup involving various technical equipment, suggesting a high level of customization.
  • Another participant mentions using about one to two tablespoons of coffee grounds per cup and brewing for about three minutes to achieve strong coffee.
  • Several links to external resources on French Press brewing techniques are shared by participants.
  • There is a humorous exchange about the quality of coffee and the merits of different brands, with some preferring specific blends over others.
  • Concerns are raised about the quality of grinders available at grocery stores and their impact on flavor retention.
  • One participant humorously misinterprets a mention of a coffee maker brand, leading to a light-hearted discussion about the name "Bunn."

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that a French Press can produce strong coffee, but there are differing opinions on the best coffee beans and brewing techniques. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the optimal methods and equipment for making coffee.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention the importance of using fresh coffee grounds and the impact of storage on flavor, but there is no consensus on the best practices for grinding and brewing.

Who May Find This Useful

Coffee enthusiasts, individuals looking to improve their coffee-making skills, and those interested in exploring different brewing methods may find this discussion beneficial.

  • #31
My guide to making a good cup of coffee:

"Honey, will brew some Java(as in Java the actual type of coffe not Java the generaic name for coffee)?"

"Regular or Decaf?"

"Oh, it's still early---I guess regular will do."

5 minutes later a huge cup of coffee materializes next to me. I don't see what all the fuss is about really :-p .
 
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  • #32
faust9 said:
My guide to making a good cup of coffee:

"Honey, will brew some Java(as in Java the actual type of coffe not Java the generaic name for coffee)?"

"Regular or Decaf?"

"Oh, it's still early---I guess regular will do."

5 minutes later a huge cup of coffee materializes next to me. I don't see what all the fuss is about really :-p .
I'd love a coffee maker like that. Preferably one with other functions as well. I have no problem with a large investment of time and care taking either.
 
  • #33
TheStatutoryApe said:
I'd love a coffee maker like that. Preferably one with other functions as well. I have no problem with a large investment of time and care taking either.
Yeah, that sounds like a good one. I might even tolerate the occassional weak cup of coffee as a trade-off for the convenience and other perks. :-p
 
  • #34
Moonbear said:
Yeah, that sounds like a good one. I might even tolerate the occassional weak cup of coffee as a trade-off for the convenience and other perks. :-p
"Will you take this man to be your coffee maker, to have and to hold, till a weak drip do you part?" :biggrin:
 
  • #35
TheStatutoryApe said:
"Will you take this man to be your coffee maker, to have and to hold, till a weak drip do you part?" :biggrin:
They have medication to treat that weak drip nowadays. :biggrin: :smile:
 
  • #36
Make coffee? What is this strange use of the verb "make"? In L.A. we buy coffee. It is produced by professional barristas. I would not assume that I have the skill or training to "make" coffee.
 
  • #37
According to my recent experiance, LA is in the back woods as far as decent coffee goes.
 
  • #38
Integral said:
According to my recent experiance, LA is in the back woods as far as decent coffee goes.

Yep, that's pretty much why we moved to Oregon. :-p
 
  • #39
Oh, if you freeze your coffee, be sure to keep it frozen the whole time. I don't remember what happened, a storm or something, but the electricity went out, and my coffee in the freezer thawed and refroze. It had a serious mayonnaise flavor- like I stirred in a heaping glob of mayonnaise.
Also, coffee is very porous, so be sure it is kept sealed, unless you like a "everything in my freezer" aroma.
 
  • #40
Integral said:
According to my recent experiance, LA is in the back woods as far as decent coffee goes.
There are decent places. It's just that most people have been brain washed to believe that Starbucks is good coffee. That and telling them that a small is tall and medium is "grande". I tried very had to deactivate the brainwashing when I was working at the Natale's Coffee.
 

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